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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012/04/02 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular //1St. Louis Park OFFICIAL MINUTES MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA APRIL 2, 2012 1. Call to Order Mayor Jacobs called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Councilmembers present: Mayor Jeff Jacobs, Steve Hallfin, Anne Mavity, Julia Ross, Susan Sanger, Sue Santa, and Jake Spano. Councilmembers absent: None. Staff present: Deputy City Manager/Director of Human Resources (Ms. Deno), Fire Chief(Mr. Stemmer), Assistant Fire Chief (Mr. Smith), Planner (Mr Fulton), Director of Community Development (Mr Locke), Communications Coordinator (Mr. Zwilling), and Recording Secretary(Ms. Hughes). la. Pledge of Allegiance lc. Roll Call 2. Presentations 2a. ParkTV Local Programming Month Proclamation Mayor Jacobs recited the ParkTV Local Programming Month Proclamation and expressed thanks to City staff and all the volunteers for their efforts. 3. Approval of Minutes 3a. Study Session Meeting Minutes March 12, 2012 Councilmember Ross requested that the eleventh paragraph on page 4 be amended to state "Councilmember Ross suggested the City do more education including putting something on public access on how to get nd of stop junk mail from coming and recycling CFL bulbs and batteries at more accessible City sites." Councilmember Ross requested that a paragraph be added on page 6 regarding the Eliot School discussion that states "Councilmember Ross noted that this issue was brought up to Council due to some vandalism at Eliot School and someone starting a small fire" Councilmember Ross also requested that a fifth paragraph be added on page 6 that states "Councilmembers Ross and Sanger agreed that they would only consider this option if it were tied to a contract for repayment to the City." Councilmember Sanger requested that a sixth paragraph be added on page 6 that states "Councilmember Sanger felt that any repayment should include interest." The minutes were approved as amended. City Council Meeting -2- April 2, 2012 3b. Special Study Session Meeting Minutes March 19, 2012 The minutes were approved as presented. 3c. City Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2012 The minutes were approved as presented. 4. Approval of Agenda and Items on Consent Calendar NOTE: The Consent Calendar lists those items of business which are considered to be routine and/or which need no discussion. Consent items are acted upon by one motion. If discussion is desired by either a Councilmember or a member of the audience, that item may be moved to an appropriate section of the regular agenda for discussion. 4a. Approve Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2412-12 amending the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code Section 10-1 establishing ward boundary lines, and to Adopt Resolution No. 12-060 establishing precincts and polling places. 4b. Adopt Resolution No. 12-053 authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the water service line at 3205 Cavell Lane, St. Louis Park, MN - P.I.D. 18-117- 21-24-0014. 4c. Accept Donation from the Minnesota Resuscitation Consortium Grant in the amount of$5,000 for community hands only CPR training. 4d. Adopt Resolution No. 12-054 in Support of the 2012 TED Grant Request for the Highway 7 / Louisiana Avenue Interchange project, Project No. 2012-0100. 4e. Adopt Resolution No. 12-055 establishing a special assessment for the installation of a fire suppression sprinkler system at 7317 West Lake Street, St. Louis Park, MN. 4f. Adopt Resolution No. 12-056 accepting this report, establishing and approving plans and specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids for the roof replacement at various park buildings damaged in the 2011 hail storm. 4g. Adopt Resolution No. 12-057 authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the sewer service line at 7429 Edgebrook Dnve, St. Louis Park, MN, - P.I.D. 20- 117-21-21-0073. 4h. Approve for filing Vendor Claims. 4i. Approve for filing Housing Authority Minutes February 8, 2012. 4j. Approve for filing Human Rights Commission Minutes February 21, 2012. It was moved by Councilmember Santa, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to approve the Agenda and items listed on the Consent Calendar, and to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances. The motion passed 7-0. 5. Boards and Commissions 5a. Appointment of Citizen Representative to Boards and Commissions It was moved by Councilmember Hallfin, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, to appoint John Hall to the Police Advisory Commission. The motion passed 7-0. City Council Meeting -3- April 2, 2012 6. Public Hearings—None 7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public—None 8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions and Discussion Items 8a. Recreational Fire Permit Fee Resolution No. 12-058 Mr. Stemmer presented the staff report and explained the City is proposing to implement a one-time $25.00 recreational fire permit fee that would be valid as long as the property owner lives on the property. He stated the City issued almost 700 recreational fire permits last year and the Fire Department responded to a number of complaints including illegal burning, unattended fires, and nuisance smoke. He advised that fire pits are not being properly located on properties and the recreational fire permit fee will include a requirement that residents provide a sketch showing the location of the fire pit and will provide an opportunity for the City to further educate residents regarding what they can and cannot burn. He stated the City does not currently charge a recreational fire permit fee and the $25.00 fee will cover the City's administrative costs; in addition, the City will have the ability to impose civil penalties for anyone violating the rules Councilmember Spano asked if the recreational fire permit is attached to the property, to the location of the fire pit on the property, to the property owner, or some combination thereof. Mr. Smith replied that the issuance of the fire permit attaches to the resident at a particular property as well as the fire pit's location as documented by the sketch submitted with the permit fee. Councilmember Spano suggested that the language in the third WHEREAS clause of the resolution be amended to state the City Council is in consensus to implement a one-time recreational fire permit fee of$25 00 to the current owner, or renter of the property with the property owner's permission. The Recreational Fire Permit is non- transferable. Councilmember Ross stated that a lot of fire pits are easily moved and expressed concern that once someone is issued their permit, the fire pit will be moved around the yard. Mr. Stemmer indicated that property owners will be required to comply with all setback requirements related to a fire pit's location on the property. Councilmember Sanger stated this was a difficult issue that requires a balancing act because there are many people who enjoy the ambience of a fire but there are also a lot of people who are bothered by the smoke, particularly those with asthma or other medical conditions. She indicated the recreational fire permit fee provides a good opportunity to educate residents about their responsibilities if they are going to have a fire. She requested that residents be respectful of their neighbors, particularly those with medical conditions that could be exacerbated by a fire. City Council Meeting -4- April 2, 2012 It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Santa, to adopt Resolution No. 12-058 Adopting New Recreational Fire Permit Fee of $25.00, as amended. The motion passed 7-0 8b. Hoigaard Village— PUD Major Amendment for a Modification to the Adagio Building—Resolution No. 12-059 Mr. Fulton presented the staff report and stated the overall density will be increased from 374 to 416, or 42 units per acre compared to the previous 37 units per acre. He indicated the previous parking requirement for the Adagio building was 93 spaces and 98 spaces were provided; the revised requirement is for 116 spaces with no reduction. He stated that 100 underground spaces will be provided along with 28 on-street parking spaces adjacent to the building as well as overflow parking in the area south of the pond. He stated the Designed Outdoor Recreation Area (DORA) has been enhanced to include a pool, patio area with seating and grills, a grass recreation area, and putting green. He stated the Adagio building will mirror the Harmony Vista building and major changes include the roof style and height of the building. He noted the shading analysis meets the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. He then introduced Mr. Frank Dunbar and Noah Bly of UrbanWorks Architecture. Councilmember Sanger stated that the project as currently proposed is vastly different from what was approved in 2005 and includes more units that are smaller and not nearly as many larger units as originally proposed. She indicated the original project also included more owner occupied units and the project now has a much higher percentage of rental units. She stated this was a concern for her because of the City's ongoing policy of promoting housing for families and owner occupied housing and was disappointed with how this project was turning out. She stated she would not have originally voted to support this project if she had known it was going to be changed in this manner and would support the proposed project reluctantly because the project has been half done for such a long time. Councilmember Mavity stated she was happy to see this project move forward and felt the enhanced DORA requirements would add value to the project and community. She shared Councilmember Sanger's concerns about the number of small units. It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Santa, to adopt Resolution No. 12-059 Amending and Restating Resolution No. 06-157 Adopted on October 3, 2006, Approving a Final Planned Unit Development Under Section 36-367 of the St Louis Park Ordinance Code Relating to Zoning to Allow Site Plan Modifications and an Increase in Density for Property Zoned M-X Mixed Use and R-C Multifamily Residential Located at 5600 36th Street West, 5655 35th Street West, 5650 35th Street West, 5600 Camerata Way. Councilmember Hallfin requested further information regarding the number of units being proposed and the number of parking spaces provided. Mr. Fulton stated the City Code has been revised since this project was originally approved and the Code previously required two parking spaces per dwelling unit and 116 spaces were required for the proposed 58 unit condominium building. He stated in 2007, Council revised its parking calculations for multi-family residential projects to require one parking space per bedroom which more accurately reflects market needs and the City Council Meeting -5- Apnl 2, 2012 developer has provided 100 underground parking spaces and 28 on-street parking spaces. He indicated the proposed modifications now include 42 additional units. Councilmember Hallfin stated that this area is becoming quite dense and urged the City to remain mindful of the density in this area going forward. Councilmember Sanger asked if the building will be constructed in a manner such that the rental units can be converted to condominiums. Mr. Locke replied in the affirmative. Mr. Frank Dunbar appeared before the City Council and stated that all the buildings in the project are built to the same specifications, whether condominiums or apartments, and the only thing that is different is the CIC plat which gets filed with the County for tax purposes. Councilmember Ross stated she would reluctantly support this and expressed concern about density and traffic flow in this area. Councilmember Mavity felt this project represented a great opportunity vis-à-vis light rail and the City's desire to have dense uses around the light rail stations. The motion passed 7-0. 8c. SWLRT Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC)—Alternate Appointments Ms. Deno presented the staff report. Councilmember Mavity stated she spoke with Julia Williams, and Ms. Williams expressed great interest in serving as an alternate on the CAC. She felt that Ms. Williams would be a great addition to the CAC because she lives in the Minikanda Oaks neighborhood and serves as the president of the neighborhood association. She noted that this neighborhood will be one of the most heavily impacted areas for the Beltline station. Councilmember Sanger asked if anyone else had applied for the CAC. Ms. Deno replied that the City received no other applications for CAC. It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Spano, to appoint Julie Williams as an alternate on the SWLRT Citizen Advisory Committee. The motion passed 7-0 It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Hallfin, to prioritize the alternates on the SWLRT Citizen Advisory Committee as follows: 1. Kathryn Kottke 2. Claudia Johnston-Madison 3. Julie Williams City Council Meeting '-6- April 2, 2012 Councilmember Ross asked if the CAC appointees were made aware that Council was prioritizing them for purposes of filling in when members are absent. Ms. Deno stated that Council discussed this at its meeting but there is no formal document of that nature. The motion passed 6-1 (Councilmember Mavity opposed). Mayor Jacobs stated that alternates are welcome to attend any of the CAC meetings. He added that residents can also attend these public meetings. 9. Communications Mayor Jacobs reminded residents of the spaghetti dinner at Lenox on Friday, April 27`h. Councilmember Spano reminded residents that yard waste pickup started today. Councilmember Santa reminded residents that hydrant flushing will begin the week of April 9th . 10. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Jeff acobs, ayor